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applause

[uh-plawz] / əˈplɔz /


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The announcements were met with applause and cries of joy from the crowd in Caracas.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

As the families and supporters of those killed arrived at the coroner's court on Thursday they were greeted by an applause.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

The U.S. was “the guardian of civilized conduct between nations,” she said to huge applause.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

The applause had barely subsided before a collective hunger took over.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Klaus heard applause from the audience as Act Three of The Marvelous Marriage began.

From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket




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